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Removing RF Modulator (!?)
I need some extra space in order to free my A1200 from it's extra cables. What I was thinking (hoping) was that I could remove the RF modulator, and move my VGA connector (from my internal SD/FF) into it's place (the normal expansion plate has a Blizzard SCSI). Anyone ever done this? Will the computer work if the modulator is missing? I looked at the traces and it looks like only 3-4 connections into the modulator, but I'm not sure if there are any hardware checks for this piece.
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10 September 2002, 09:36 | #2 |
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You mean the internal modulator. You're not using an A520 right?
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Remove it and if it dies, put it back
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That doesnt seem as a very good thing to do, methinks :P
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without schematics there's no way to be absolutely sure, but I do strongly doubt that removing the RF modulator will affect the RGB video out in any way OR harm your computer (unless of course you screw up hard while removing it) aside from taking away your tv-out. its very likely that the rf modulator just samples the RGB/audio and isn't actually needed for operation of the afore-mentioned items.
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But perhaps the Amiga wouldn't run if there's something missing in its PCB.
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Call me an idealist but I'm against butchering of Amigas in the name of customization. If it's working, I'd let it remain so (and don't read my PAL->NTSC thread , I'll go for a software solution on this one.) It's an unsupported machine, no one may predict or restore your loss.
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This comes from the guy who hardwired RGB cables onto an A600 (thus frying it)?
The guy who has an A1200 inside a tower? |
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But my mobos are still in one piece, though fried
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13 September 2002, 21:23 | #11 |
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Ok I have done what you want to do! the amiga I hacked up still functions the same as it did before! I went one step further and still used the RF modulator with an extension lead I made up! the picture wasnt very good but then I dont use the RF output!
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Great, then I'll try it. I assume the composite out still functions correctly also?
As for butchering, the Amiga 1200 is not a rare computer. You can still find them new for as low as 90 euro, and used for much cheaper. I think that towering is more of a butchering, and takes away from the original idea of the 1200. If you want expansion get an A4000. I myself like the small form factor of the 1200 and wouldn't change it's outward appearance for anything. (And, I have an A3000 still if I need to run Z3 cards...) |
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Then proceed, Doctor Adolescent
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Why do you need to cut the heat shield for a HD? Mine is fully intact with an 8G HD.
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14 September 2002, 21:35 | #18 |
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I don't need that now but My first A12oo was in that shape thanks to previous owner. I'm speaking of an 3.5" drive
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